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3 Healthcare Technology Advances Transforming the Industry

Electronic Health Reporter

This content is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. By Kristin Savage writes regularly on the Pick Writers blog and occasionally contributes to other educational platforms. Technology has become an inseparable part of our lives. No matter how you look at it, from smartphones to computers, we need technology to function in our everyday routines.

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More People Using Meditation and Yoga as Medicine, Especially Women

Health Populi

While overall adoption of meditation and yoga in the U.S. substantially grew between 2012 and 2017, many more women than men use these holistic medicine approaches. In 2017, 14.3% of American adults 18 and over did yoga, 14.2% meditated, and 10.3% saw a chiropractor. Use of meditation grew over 300% over the five years, and use of yoga by 50%. Using a chiropractor marginally rose by 10%.

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5 ways AI is already being used in healthcare today

Mobi Health News

Here’s a look at how organizations are deploying artificial intelligence and machine learning for uses cases ranging from doctors assistants to social media and more.

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Quality Payment Program (QPP) Year 1 Performance Results

CMS.gov

Quality Payment Program (QPP) Year 1 Performance Results. Jeremy.Booth@c…. Thu, 11/08/2018 - 16:46. Seema Verma. Administrator, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Topic. Data. Physicians. Quality Payment Program (QPP) Year 1 Performance Results. Earlier this year, we released preliminary participation data on clinicians eligible to participate in the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) under the Quality Payment Program (QPP).

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Simplify Screening for Excluded Providers

Every health care provider that accepts federal payments must screen for excluded providers. Use this sample Exclusion Screening Checklist and Compliance Policy to evaluate and improve your organization’s compliance with the law. Payments from Medicare, Medicaid, and TriCare trigger screening requirements that may extend to employees, contractors, volunteers, board members, and network providers.

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The Future of Digital Health, According To Accenture’s Sumit Kimar Nagpal

Electronic Health Reporter

This content is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. In his keynote session at the DreamIt conference in Tampa, November 6, 2018, Sumit Kimar Nagpal, global lead of digital health strategy at Accenture, says the future of healthcare is about a few simple things: Keeping people safe, providing for their well-being and improving care via information and technology.

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ECFMG Affidavit to Complete? Attending a Caribbean Medical School? Being Investigated for Irregular behavior by the ECFMG or USMLE? You need Legal Advice! Your Residency Matching Might Now Be at Issue, as Well!

The Health Law Firm

By George F. Indest III, J.D., M.P.A., LL.M., Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law Have you recently unexpectedly received an affidavit from the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG or the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) Secretariat? Are you attending or have you graduated from a Caribbean medical School such as the University of Science, Art and Technology (USAT), Faculty of Medicine, in Montserrat, or the Atlantic University School of Medi

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Physicians Don’t Talk Enough with Patients About Non-Medical Needs

Health Populi

Most patients wish their doctors would have a conversation with them about non-medical issues. The Doctor-Patient Conversation , a survey conducted for the Samueli Foundation by the Harris Poll, examined how patients feel about their health, healthcare, and relationships with physicians. The Samueli Institute, has several missions including integrative health with a focuses on evidence-based practices for healing, wellbeing and resilience.

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Startups: Success, Failure and Solving Health System’s Problems

Electronic Health Reporter

This content is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Some of the biggest problems that investors, entrepreneurs and startup leaders need to solve was the point of a discussion during an opening session of an innovation summit hosted by DreamIt in Tampa in November. According to member of the panel — Daniel Vukmer, senior associate VP of network integration, USF Health; Todd Dunn, director […].

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Samsung Galaxy smartphones control Insulet’s tubeless insulin pump

Mobi Health News

The Omnipod Dash Insulin Management System will initially be controlled using a dedicated Galaxy smartphone, but could eventually integrate with personal devices as well.

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GlaxoSmithKline, Novartis and more pharmas made big bets on digital health in Q3 2018

Mobi Health News

MobiHealthNews tracked investments, pilots, partnerships and app launches from major pharma companies during the quarter.

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Healthcare Vendor Risk Management: Strategies for Protected Data

In healthcare, where patient data protection is paramount, effective vendor risk management isn't just good business—it's essential for maintaining compliance and trust. This comprehensive guide helps healthcare compliance professionals navigate the complexities of third-party vendor relationships in an increasingly interconnected healthcare environment.

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Five unique ways AI is being used to promote health

Mobi Health News

Here’s a look at how organizations are deploying artificial intelligence and machine learning for use cases ranging from doctor's assistants to social media and more.

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Smartwatch, healthcare shift continues to pay off for Fitbit

Mobi Health News

In its Q3 2018 earnings call, the company said that diversifying its business model has help stem losses from the declining fitness tracker market.

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Cigna rolls Happify Health, iPrevail into mental health offerings

Mobi Health News

The digital platforms are expected to help customers manage anxiety and depression.

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Chinese search engine Baidu launches AI-powered camera to detect eye fundus

Mobi Health News

The camera can detect eye fundus and generate a screening report in seconds.

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.

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GetWellNetwork acquires HealthLoop to bolster its digital patient engagement platform

Mobi Health News

The resulting integrated platform will be known as “GetWell Loop,” and will include support for care pathways, remote patient monitoring, virtual check-ins and other capabilities.

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Cigna rolls Happily Health, iPrevail into mental health offerings

Mobi Health News

The digital platforms are expected to help customers manage anxiety and depression.

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Roundup: The digital health payer news from Q3 2018

Mobi Health News

News and deals from Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Anthem, Oscar Health, BCBS and others.

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How To Get Started With Outsourcing Medical Billing

Electronic Health Reporter

This content is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. By Ashly Williams, freelance writer, Billing Solutions. For owners and managers of treatment centers, outsourcing your billing process makes perfect sense. The process of managing your billing process requires time and resources. Additionally, it’s a bit complicated having to balance coordinating patient care and handling the billing collection process.

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The Evolution of Communication in Healthcare Settings

Healthcare communication has evolved from handwritten notes and paper charts to digital tools like EHRs, telemedicine, and AI-powered platforms. This blog explores how these advancements improve patient outcomes, streamline care delivery, and enhance provider collaboration. Learn about the role of mobile health (mHealth) apps, secure messaging, and social media in bridging communication gaps.

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Digitized healthcare service’s secrets to success

Mobi Health News

Cameron Ballantine, Chief Information Officer at Metro South Health, talks about the roadblocks and rewards of his organization's journey toward becoming Australia's first digitized health service.

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MaxQ AI wins FDA 510(k) clearance for acute intracranial hemorrhage triage algorithm

Mobi Health News

The AI tool helps clinicians prioritize patients in need of immediate diagnosis, but does not render these decisions on its own.

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Online eye exam maker Opternative brings in $9M investment

Mobi Health News

The new funding will help the company expand its teams and raise awareness of its product.

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PatientPop raises $25M for digital practice marketing service

Mobi Health News

The new funding, led by Leerink Transformation Partners, brings PatientPop's total backing to $75 million.

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3 Reasons to Retire Pagers from Healthcare Settings

Let's discuss the trusty pager—an old favorite that’s losing its shine in hospitals and clinics. While once a staple in hospitals and clinics, pagers now present significant limitations that hinder rather than facilitate communication among healthcare professionals. Healthcare professionals are constantly on the move, and they need communication tools that can keep up with their fast-paced lives.

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Rock Health report suggests digital health could tackle traditional addiction care's biggest struggles

Mobi Health News

The report suggests technology could help address variability in care and boost addiction treatment enrollment.

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Researchers question Babylon claims that its system beat doctors at RCGP exam

Mobi Health News

Researchers have called into question claims made by health tech company Babylon Health that its diagnostic and triage system performed better than doctors on a subset of the final exam for trainee GPs in the UK.

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NHS issues guidance on using instant messaging tools and more UK digital health news briefs

Mobi Health News

New guidance for NHS staff on using instant messaging services during emergencies. NHS England, NHS Digital, Public Health England and the Department of Health and Social Care have issued new guidance to help staff securely use instant messaging tools in acute clinical settings during emergency situations.

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Apple patent suggests AirPod health features, J&J updates diabetes management app, and more digital health news briefs

Mobi Health News

Also: Group K Diagnostics raises $2 million; Online depression intervention benefits high-risk teens.

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15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence

Large enterprises face unique challenges in optimizing their Business Intelligence (BI) output due to the sheer scale and complexity of their operations. Unlike smaller organizations, where basic BI features and simple dashboards might suffice, enterprises must manage vast amounts of data from diverse sources. What are the top modern BI use cases for enterprise businesses to help you get a leg up on the competition?

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Using AI to cut readmissions

Mobi Health News

Robin Frady, executive director, B&CI Information Services at Grady Health System, talks about her organization’s success with using AI and data to target at-risk patients with post-discharge EMS outreach.

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USDA report finds rural residents less likely to use telehealth services than urban counterparts

Mobi Health News

The agenchy noted that other factors including income and education level also impacted an individual's telehealth use.

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Online wellness, prescription service Hims expands to women's health with Hers

Mobi Health News

The new product line will prescribe and deliver a range of women's health products focused on hair, skin and sexual health.

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Medici acquires fellow medical communication company DocbookMD

Mobi Health News

The acquistion is set to give Medici control over DocbookMD's technical assets and customer contracts.

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From Diagnosis to Delivery: How AI is Revolutionizing the Patient Experience

Speaker: Simran Kaur, Founder & CEO at Tattva Health Inc.

The healthcare landscape is being revolutionized by AI and cutting-edge digital technologies, reshaping how patients receive care and interact with providers. In this webinar led by Simran Kaur, we will explore how AI-driven solutions are enhancing patient communication, improving care quality, and empowering preventive and predictive medicine. You'll also learn how AI is streamlining healthcare processes, helping providers offer more efficient, personalized care and enabling faster, data-driven